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Pallet Recycling

Eco-friendly recycling and disposal of damaged pallets. We turn waste into valuable wood products.

Zero Landfill Commitment

Sustainable Pallet Solutions

Don't let damaged pallets end up in a landfill. Our recycling program turns unusable pallets into valuable wood products like mulch, animal bedding, biomass fuel, and particleboard.

We provide free pickup for qualifying volumes and issue recycling certificates to help you meet your company's sustainability goals and reporting requirements.

Free pickup for 50+ pallets
Zero-landfill processing guarantee
Recycling certificates available
Supports corporate sustainability goals
Regular pickup schedules available
All pallet types and conditions accepted
Environmentally responsible partners
Detailed recycling reports on request
Schedule Recycling Pickup
Pallet recycling yard at Austin Pallets facility
1M+
Pallets Recycled Annually
0
Pallets to Landfill

What We Recycle Into

🌱Landscape MulchGardens & pathways
🐴Animal BeddingFarms & stables
🔥Biomass FuelClean energy production
🪵ParticleboardBuilding materials

Recycling Process

1

Collection

We pick up damaged pallets from your facility

2

Sorting

Separate repairable from recyclable materials

3

Processing

Grinding, chipping, and preparation

4

Distribution

To recycling partners for new products

Environmental Impact

Our recycling program makes a real difference for the environment

500+Tons

Wood diverted from landfills monthly

1,200Trees

Equivalent saved annually through recycling

850MWh

Clean energy produced from biomass yearly

100%

Zero-waste processing commitment

Why Recycle Pallets?

Environmental Benefits

  • Reduces landfill waste
  • Conserves natural resources
  • Lowers carbon footprint
  • Supports circular economy

Business Benefits

  • Free disposal (qualifying volumes)
  • Recycling certificates for reports
  • Meet sustainability targets
  • Clear warehouse space

Community Benefits

  • Local job creation
  • Clean energy production
  • Landscaping materials
  • Support local farms

Recycling Pickup Options

Flexible options to fit your pallet disposal needs

One-Time Pickup

Perfect for occasional cleanouts or when you've accumulated damaged pallets over time.

  • 50+ pallet minimum
  • Free pickup in service area
  • Schedule at your convenience
  • Recycling certificate provided
Free
Most Popular

Scheduled Service

Regular pickups on a schedule that works for your operation. Never let pallets pile up.

  • Weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly
  • No minimum per pickup
  • Priority scheduling
  • Consolidated reporting
Custom

Drop-Off

Bring pallets to our facility if you have your own transportation. No appointment needed.

  • No minimum quantity
  • No pickup fee
  • Immediate processing
  • Certificate on request
Free

What We Accept for Recycling

We accept most wood pallet materials for recycling

We Accept

  • Broken and damaged pallets
  • Pallets beyond repair
  • Stringer and block pallets
  • All standard sizes
  • Heat-treated pallets
  • Pallets with minor contamination
  • Mixed loads and sizes
  • Loose pallet boards and stringers

We Cannot Accept

  • Pallets with hazardous materials
  • Chemical contamination
  • Paint or heavy staining
  • Treated with MB (methyl bromide)
  • Plastic or metal pallets
  • Pallets with nails/staples only (no wood)

Not sure? Contact us and we'll help you determine if your pallets qualify.

Recycling Certificates

Need documentation for your sustainability reports? We provide detailed recycling certificates that verify the responsible disposal of your pallets.

Our certificates include quantity recycled, date of service, processing method, and end products created. Perfect for corporate sustainability reporting, ESG compliance, and environmental audits.

Official certificate with company letterhead
Detailed breakdown of quantities
Processing and end-product information
Available per pickup or annually

Certificate of Recycling

Client: [Your Company Name]

Date: [Service Date]

Quantity: [X] pallets recycled

Processing: Zero-landfill recycling

End Products: Mulch, biomass fuel, particleboard

Certificate ID: [Generated upon service]

Ready to Recycle Your Pallets?

Schedule a free pickup today. We'll handle the recycling responsibly and provide documentation for your records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common questions about this page.

What happens to pallets you recycle?

Usable components are reclaimed, and remaining wood is ground into mulch, animal bedding, biomass fuel, or particleboard feedstock.

Do you provide recycling certificates?

Yes. We issue certificates and diversion data for your sustainability and ESG reporting.

Is pickup available for damaged pallets?

We offer free pickup for qualifying volumes and can schedule regular routes to keep your yard clear.

Can you recycle non-standard pallets?

Most wooden pallets and sizes are accepted; we will review specialty materials case by case.

How do you prevent pallets from reaching landfills?

Our process prioritizes repair and reuse first, then grinding into secondary products to avoid disposal.

Can you provide recycling reports?

We track counts and weights of recycled pallets and can share diversion summaries with your team.

Do you accept contaminated pallets?

We cannot accept pallets contaminated with hazardous substances; clean, dry pallets are required.

How fast can recycling pickups be scheduled?

Most recycling pickups are scheduled within one business day, with recurring routes available.

Can recycling be combined with deliveries?

Yes. We often deliver pallets and backhaul broken ones in the same trip to improve efficiency.

Do you recycle pallets into energy products?

Yes. A portion of recycled wood becomes biomass fuel used by energy partners.